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Christmas is all about kicking back carefree, after all nobody wants to contemplate the number of sugar cubes swirling around in a mug of mulled wine or the caloric value lurking on the average Christmas lunch plate. The festivities are all about embracing good food and joyous company, but after the big day has been and gone, the chances are the seasonal excess may have left your body crying out for a spot of extra TLC. Bloating, sluggishness and general abdominal discomfort are all common post-Christmas themes caused by the mix of rich food and drink. The liver is the body’s largest internal organ and your in-built detoxification system. As one of the most important metabolic hubs in the human body, it works around the clock to keep you healthy. From aiding digestion to converting nutrien...

When I lived in St George’s Square, Pimlico, my favourite walks were always along the River Thames. My journey would start with a coffee and daydream in Pimlico Gardens, whatever the time of day I would notice how high or low the tides were; visually measuring how close the water came up to the base of the bridges. I’d stroll past a few, first Chelsea Bridge and then onto my favourite Albert Bridge; I love that it’s painted pink instead of industrial grey. If time and the weather permits I’ll pop into Chelsea Physic Garden, one of the oldest botanic gardens in Europe to buy some seeds and walk around the meditative gardens. Directly across the river is a great view of The Peace Pagoda in Battersea Park. Then back along Chelsea embankment to Cheyne Walk to see one of my favourite sculptures...